- New
name for WA's Department of Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety
- New identity
reflects the importance of Western Australia's energy sector
- Change
comes into effect 1 December 2023
The Cook Government today announced the Department of Mines, Industry Regulation and
Safety will be renamed the Department of Energy, Mines, Industry Regulation and
Safety (DEMIRS) on 1 December 2023.
Approved by Energy Minister Bill
Johnston, the name change better reflects the importance of Western Australia's
energy portfolio and the critical role it will play in the Cook Government's
decarbonisation ambitions.
Energy Policy WA continues to lead the State's energy transformation by delivering
expert advice and initiatives to support the interests of WA's energy consumers.
The renaming does
not affect DEMIRS' other regulatory functions, and it will continue to support
a safe, fair and responsible community, industry, energy and resources sector.
Energy Policy WA was
fully integrated into the department on 1 July 2022.
Comments attributed to Mines and Petroleum; Energy; and Industrial
Relations Minister Bill Johnston:
"The new Department of Energy, Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety identity
better reflects the Cook Government's commitment to a cleaner, greener future.
"The Cook Government is fully committed to Western Australia's rapid
energy transition, having committed $2.8 billion in the recent State
budget for renewable energy projects.
"Energy Policy WA continues to modernise WA's energy sector in support
of our commitment to net zero by 2050.
"We will continue to work with industry and the community to ensure Western
Australians can access secure, reliable, sustainable, and affordable energy
services."
